Political Theatre category archive
Decoding de Code 0
Thom parses the new Republican motto.
Disney Whirled 0
It looks as if Disney may have outmaneuvered Florida Man.
It’s too complicated for me, but my old NPR station offers an explainer.
(I’m sure my current NPR station does too, but I don’t subscribe to their RSS feed. I listen to their classical station.)
Freedom of Screech 0
At Above the Law, Joe Patrice reminds us that freedom of speech does not mean freedom from disagreement, even if said disagreement is expressed in a manner that some might find disagreeable.
“Actions Speak Louder . . . .” 0
Steven M. points out that, in a putative democracy, you get what you vote for. A snippet:
(snip poll numbers)
But Americans don’t vote these beliefs. In every nationwide election, and in state and local elections everywhere except the bluest areas, a solid majority of white Americans vote Republican. They know that Republicans oppose virtually every measure that limits gun ownership, or that even creates a small speed bump before a gun can be purchased. But they vote GOP anyway.
It’s simple: If you want the gun laws to change, don’t vote Republican.
In his article, he’s focused on guns, but, natch, his argument can be extended to other issues.
Whacko in Waco 0
Seth looks at last week in Trump.
Spin City 0
Mrs. Betty Bowers, America’s greatest Christian, ‘splains the spin.
Today’s Republican Party is a vile and loathsome thing.
Via C&L, which has commentary.
Sound Familiar? 0
Does this remind you of anyone in the news?
The Business of America Is Giving America the Business 0
My local rag comments on what happens when you run the government like a business.